How to Scan QR Codes on Samsung Devices: Tips and Tricks

Published on 2024-10-03

Some easy-to-implement tips and tricks to make things even easier when scanning QR codes from your Samsung.

I have a QR code scanner app

There should also be a built-in QR code scanner in Samsung devices. However, third-party apps might add a few extra features which can ease QR-code scanning for you.

For example, there are apps that allow the scanned QR code to be saved for later, but other apps can scan only barcodes and other types.

You can even scan a QR code using Google Lens on Samsung. To do it:
Open Google Lens: You can open Google Lens directly from the Google Assistant application or through the Google Photos app.
To start Google Lens, you just need to tap the Google Lens icon right on the bottom right of your screen.
Instruction: Position your camera on the QR code: Open Google Lens and position the camera on your device to the QR code that you would like to scan.
Wait for it to scan the QR code: Google Lens automatically scans and makes all information which the code has contained available for you.

Depending on the information that exists in the QR code, you may be able to act. So assuming the QR code had a URL of a website that you could click on, the link would open that website directly on your Samsung.

Scan the vision of the QR code

Scan the QR code only when your Samsung device is in focus. This is if the QR code should be readable and not blurry. When your device cannot read the QR code, bring it closer to the code until it is clear within the square frame in the screen of your device.

No glare and shadow

Glare and shadows may interfere with the Camera application reading the QR code; thus, shine a light over the QR code and make sure that there are no shadows or reflections on it.

Review all information before scanning

The QR code carries all kinds of information regarding website links, coupons, and promotion codes, among others.

Be cautious before scanning a QR code. Check if this indeed comes from a legitimate source. If it looks suspicious or you do not know the source, it would be good to avoid scanning it.

Enables QR code scanning

Some Samsung devices have a setting section wherein they actually set the QR code scanning to turn off. So if you cannot scan the QR code from your Samsung device, then do the touch-and-go and enable it there.

FAQ'S

How do scan a QR code on a Samsung?

Scanning a QR Code on a Samsung How to scan

Open the Camera Application: Open the camera application from your Samsung Phone by simply tapping the camera icon on your home screen or directly from the application drawer.
A position camera lens against the QR code: focus so that the QR code comes into view and focuses well.
Tap the QR Code: If you have a QR code focusing on it, you will get a notice asking if you want to open the link. And tapping on that notice opens it up in the browser.

How do scan a QR code on Samsung S7?

First, to scan the QR code of a Samsung Galaxy S7, you would:

Opening Camera App: Open the camera app on the Samsung S7. This icon should appear somewhere on your home screen or inside your app drawer, which you can tap to access.
Place your camera before a QR code: Hold steady your phone and align it in a position where the QR code is viewable and hence, can be scanned.
Wait for the camera to capture the QR Code: Your Samsung S7 will automatically capture the QR code and flash a pop-up onto your screen.
Tap link: After scanning the QR code for a few seconds, you will see information or the link pop-up on your computer screen. Tap to open the link in your favorite browser from that notification.

How to Scan QR Code on Samsung Galaxy S3

How to read QR code on Samsung Galaxy S3 becomes the same process in that regard.

Download a QR code scanner app: There is no native QR code scanner on the Samsung Galaxy S3. However, you are allowed to download an application from the Google Play Store. Some of the free QR code readers available these days include QR Code Reader by Scan and QR & Barcode Scanner by Gamma Play, among many others.

Open the QR code scanner app: Select one of the QR code scanner applications you downloaded from the application marketplace of your Samsung Galaxy S3.
Place the QR code in front of the camera: Hold your mobile phone steady and focus the camera towards the QR code with the code well lit and focused.
Wait for the app to read the QR code: This is when your QR scanning application will automatically scan the QR code and present the URL or other information on your screen.
Depending on what it is the QR code is trying to scan, you may even see a link or other information on the screen of your device. Tap the link or information to open it in your device's browser.

Conclusion

Samsung cellular devices are the world's second-most popular device group for smartphones and other cellular devices. If it isn't Apple, it's Samsung. These models have amazing diversity in features that range from scanning QR codes from within a camera app or via Bixby Vision, through the Samsung Internet Browser and Quick Tiles, to easily and effectively scan any QR code!